Transport Planner

Pertemps West Bromwich are currently recruiting for a Transport Planner to join our client based in West Bromwich.

This is a fantastic opportunity for an organised and proactive individual with previous experience within transport, logistics or fleet operations. The successful candidate will ideally have a good understanding of vehicles, transport compliance and transport planning, as well as being confident using CRM systems.

Polish-speaking skills would be highly desirable for this position.

The Role:

As a Transport Planner, you will support the day-to-day planning and coordination of transport operations, ensuring vehicles and drivers are scheduled efficiently, and all relevant compliance requirements are maintained.

Your responsibilities will include, but not be limited to:

• Planning and coordinating daily transport schedules and routes.
  
  
• Allocating vehicles and drivers to ensure the efficient running of operations.
  
  
• Monitoring vehicle movements and resolving any issues or delays.
  
  
• Maintaining accurate records using in-house CRM and transport systems.
  
  
• Ensuring transport operations remain compliant with relevant company and legal requirements.
  
  
• Liaising with drivers, customers and internal teams to ensure smooth operations.
  
  
• Dealing with transport-related queries and operational issues.
  
  
• Completing general administration associated with transport planning and fleet operations.
  
  

The Ideal Candidate:

• The successful candidate will ideally have:
  
  
• Previous experience within transport planning, logistics or fleet operations.
  
  
• Good knowledge of vehicles and transport operations.
  
  
• An understanding of transport compliance.
  
  
• Experience using CRM or transport management systems.
  
  
• Strong organisational and communication skills.
  
  
• Excellent attention to detail and the ability to multitask.
  
  
• A proactive approach to problem-solving.
  
  
• The flexibility to work 6:00am starts.
  
  
• Polish-speaking skills would be highly desirable, although not essential.
  
  

The Details

Location: West Bromwich
Hours: 25 hours per week, Monday to Friday
Start Time: 6:00am
Potential: Opportunity for hours to increase
Pay Rate: £13.50 - £14.50 per hour

If you have previous transport planning experience and are looking for a part-time opportunity with the potential for additional hours, we would love to hear from you!

Apply today with Pertemps West Bromwich.